This course introduces the key principles of safe moving and assisting in care settings. Learners will explore how to protect themselves and the people they support by using good technique, effective communication, and appropriate equipment. The course also covers legal responsibilities, risk assessment, posture and back care, and the importance of working within your own limits.
By the end of the course, learners will understand how to make safe decisions, follow agreed ways of working, and apply best practice when assisting someone to move or change position.